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Alternative Medicine courses offer education and training in holistic healing systems such as Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Acupuncture, which are ideal for students interested in non-conventional healthcare careers that emphasise preventive care and mind-body balance. The Alternative Medicine courses are offered at the UG, PG, PhD, Diploma and Certificate course levels.

The eligibility criteria and admission process of Alternative Medicine courses differ as per the course levels, which can be checked further in the article. Popular colleges that offer Alternative Medicine courses are Jamia Hamdard, NIMHANS, JMI, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, LPU, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, etc. The average fee for Alternative Medicine courses ranges between INR 20,000 and INR 24.75 Lakh.

On graduating with Alternative Medicine courses, candidates can opt for job profiles such as Naturopathy and Yoga Therapists, Ayurvedic Doctors, Acupuncturists, Homeopathic Practitioners, etc. The average salary that graduates of Alternative Medicine courses earn ranges between 1 LPA and 7 LPA.

Alternative Medicine Courses: Highlights

Alternative Medicine courses encompass a diverse range of educational programs that focus on non-conventional or complementary approaches to health and healing.

Further, candidates can check the table below to see the key highlights of the Alternative Medicine courses.

Particulars	Alternative Medicine Course Details
Alternative Medicine Course Level	UG, PG, PhD, Diploma and Certificate
Alternative Medicine Course Duration	2-3 years
Alternative Medicine Course Fees	INR 20,000 – INR 24.75 Lakh
Alternative Medicine Course Admission Criteria	UG – Entrance-Based/Class 12 scores PG – Entrance-Based Diploma – Entrance-Based/Class 12 scores Certificate – Entrance-Based/Class 12 scores PhD – Entrance-Based
Alternative Medicine Eligibility Criteria	UG – Must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. PG – Must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree (e.g., BAMS for Ayurveda, BHMS for Homeopathy). Diploma – 10+2 (any stream for general diploma; science stream for medical-focused diplomas). Certificate – Open to 10th/12th pass students or graduates, depending on the course. PhD – Must have a postgraduate degree in the respective stream (e.g., MD/MS or MSc in a related field).
Alternative Medicine Entrance Exams	UG – NEET, CUET and KEAM PG – AIAPGET, NEET PG and CUET PG Diploma – NEET PG, AIAPGET and CUET PG Certificate – CUET PhD – UGC NET, CSIR NET and GATE
Alternative Medicine Popular Colleges	Jamia Hamdard, NIMHANS, JMI, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, LPU, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, etc.
Alternative Medicine Jobs	Naturopathy and Yoga Therapists, Ayurvedic Doctors, Acupuncturists, Homeopathic Practitioners, etc.
Alternative Medicine Salary	0.2 LPA – 7 LPA
Alternative Medicine Top Recruiters	Patanjali Ayurved Ltd., Baidyanath Ayurved, Himalaya Wellness Company, Dabur India Ltd., Zandu Pharmaceutical Works Ltd., Aashirvaad, Charak Pharma, etc.

Alternative Medicine Courses: Admission 2025

Candidates can check a general outline of the Alternative Medicine course admission process in India below:

Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as core subjects.
Entrance Exams: Admission is generally based on Class 12 scores; some institutes also accept CUET or institute-level entrance exams.
Application Process: Apply online or offline through the official college/university website or admission portal.
Merit List/Entrance Results: Shortlisted candidates are informed based on Class 12 scores or entrance exam performance.
Counselling/Interview: Attend counselling sessions or interviews as per the institution’s process.
Document Verification: Submit required documents, including the Class 12 mark sheet, entrance scorecard (if applicable), and ID proofs.
Fee Payment: Pay the admission fee to confirm enrollment.